With the 31 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in APMC Vaduj APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 5.1% below the period average, and just 29.8% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 31 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kayamkulam Market APMC Leader | ₹12,300 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹12,200 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 4 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹11,400 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹5,100 (70.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at APMC Vaduj APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,700, with the average around ₹4,217. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 26 Oct | ₹4,900 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,900 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,900 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in APMC Vaduj APMC on 31 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.